Rajasthan is the state in the West India. It is also known as "the land of kings" and "the land of colours". It houses the Great Indian desert(Thar Desert). Jaipur is the capital city of the state, also known as Pink city. The famous cities are Jaipur, Ajmer, Chittorgarh, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kota, Jaisalmer etc.

Rajasthan is famous for the majestic forts, intricately carved temples and decorated havelis. Jantar Mantar, Chittorgarh Fort, Lake Palace, City Palaces, Jaisalmer Havelis are part of the true architectural heritage of India. Dilwara Temples of Mount Abu, Ranakpur Temple dedicated to Lord Adinath near Udaipur,Jain temples in the fort complexes of Chittorgarh, Jaisalmer and Kumbhalgarh, Lodurva Jain temples, Bhandasar Temple of Bikaner are some of the best examples. There are fairs with snake charmers, puppeteers, acrobats and folk performers. Camels,of course, play a stellar role in this festival. Keoladeo National Park of Bharatpur, Sariska Tiger Reserve of Alwar, Ranthambore National Park of Sawai Madhopur, and Desert National Park of Jaisalmer are famous wild life attraction in the state.

Ajmer is most famous for Khwaja Mu'in-ud-din Chisti Dargah. Other places are Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra, Lake Foy Sagar, Mayo College, Ana Sagar Lake, etc. Pushkar - Located at a distance of 14 kilometers from Ajmer, draws tourists in hordes during the famous Pushkar Fair. The Brahma Temple is yet another tourist haunt of Pushkar.

Alwar,environed by the lofty Aravali Hills and housing the famous Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary and the Bala-Quila, among other lovely tourist hotspots, is yet another jewel in the crown of the wonderful Rajasthan. Famous places in he city are Mansa Devi's Temple, Neemrana Fort, Palace Museum, Sariska Palace, The Bala Fort (Alwar Fort), City Palace (Vinay Vilas Palace), Karni Mata's Temple, Sariska National Park(Sariska Tiger Reserve), Pandu Pole Hanuman Temple etc.

Banswara gets the name from dominance of "bans" or bamboo forests. It is also known as 'City of Hundred Islands', due to presence of numerous islands in the Mahi River, which flows through Banswara. It is preety famous for the marvellous "Mahi Dam". It is also famous for tourist places like Abdulla Pir, Tripura Sundari, Sai Baba Temple, Cheench(Vithala Deo Temple), lakes etc.

Baran town is carved out of Kota city is situated further into the Hadoti region of Rajasthan. One can visit Sitabari -a beautiful picnic spot dotted with old temples of Sita and Laxman beside seven water tanks. Sitabari is also venue for a tribal fair held in the months of May/June in Baran city of Rajesthan. Other places in the city are Shergarh Fort, Shahabad Fort, Nahargarh Fort Shahi Jama Masjid of Shahabad etc.

Barmer is located atop a hill in western Rajasthan. It houses the remains of an old fort called Garh right on its peak. Places to visit in the city are Siwana Fort, Juna Jain Temple, Kiradu Someshvara Temple, Khed Ranchorrai Mandir, Rani Bhatiani Temple, Sun Temple etc. Barmer is known for its rich crafts, dances and music. One on the ancient camel trade route, the town is now the center for wood carving, pottery carpets intricate embroidery work block printed fabrics and multi-hued traditional costumes.

Bharatpur is known popularly as 'The Eastern Gateway to Rajasthan'. Places to visit in the city are Deeg Fort, Deeg Palace, Keoladeo National Park(Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary), Laxman Mandir, The palace of Bharatpur, Lohagarh Fort Or The 'Iron Fort' etc.

Bhilwara, also known as 'Textile City of India', is a famous industrial town in Rajasthan. Bhilwara emerged as India's largest manufacturer of suitings, fabrics and yarn. Its share in the polyester/viscose fabrics (suiting) sector is around 50 per cent in India. Some places in the city are Menal Shiv Temple and Water Fall, Charbhuja Temple, etc.

Bikaner houses the celebrated Deshnokh Temple,the abode of the sacred white mouse, that ushers good fortune. It is dotted with relics of the glorious yester years and is also the seat of several holy shrines. The Junagarh Fort, the Raj Ratan Bihariand Rasik Siromani Temple, the Laxminath Temple, the Bhandasar Jain Temple and the Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum, are among the famed tourist destinations.

Bundi is famous for its rock climbing and para sailing adventure sports. It is famous for its fort which is known as Bundi Fort. Other places in the city are Taragarh Fort (Star Fort), Bundi Painting, 84 pillared cenotaph (Chaurasi Khambon ki Chhatri), Sukh Mahal etc.

Chittorgarh is a repository of monumental historic events, rich heritage and evergreen folklores. The cynosure of attraction is the Olympian fortress that stretches up to three miles in length and soars up to a whopping four hundred and ninety-five feet. Places to visit are Vijaystambha, the Kirtistambha, Palace of Rana Kumbha, Palace of the famed Padmini, Jaimal and Patta Palace, Kumbha Shyam Temple, Kalika Mata Temple, Saas-Bahu Temple, Meerabai Temple etc.

Churu lies in the Thar Desert. It is famous for the shifting sand dunes of the Thar Desert and beautiful grand havelis with marvelous fresco paintings, namely Kanhaiya lal Bagla ki Haweli and Surana Haweli, with hundreds of small windows. It also has some fine Chhatris. At the centre of the town is a fort built about 400 years ago.

Dausa was carved out from Jaipur district. The famous poet Sant Sunderdas was born in Dausa. Some places to visit in the city are Hazrat Khwaja Jamaluddin Shah Baba Mosque, Haveli (Mansions) Attractions, Mehndipur Balagi Temple, Neelkanth and Panch Mahadev Temple etc.

The key to the ancient history of Dholpur is the ruins of strength fort which is situated on the bank of river Chambal. Places to visit in the city are Ramsagar Sanctuary, National Chambal (Gharial) Wildlife Sanctuary, Shree Ramchand and Hanuman Temple, Van Vihar Wildlife Sanctuary etc.

Dungarpur is also popularly known as the "City of Hills". Dungarpur has a wide variety of attractions for tourists. There are many historical, religious and beautiful structures to visit here. The palaces, forts, temples etc, hide hundreds of years of old history of Dungarpur. Dungarpur is becoming popular day by day especially among foreign tourists mainly because of its peaceful environment and scenic beauty. IT is famous for Galiyakot(Syedi Fakhruddin Shaheed Dargah).

Ganganagar is surrounded with many canals which comes out from Gang Canal and these canals and water ways make some beautiful places for picnics and sight seeing. The city is surrounded by lush green farms and orchards. The ruins of the Harappa, Mahanjodaro and Kalibangan civilizations are also worth visiting.

Jaipur is also popularly known as the "Pink City", is the capital of the state. The Amber Fort, Jantar Mantar - the observatory, Hawa Mahal, Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh, the City Palace, Albert Hall, the Jal Mahal, the Amer Fort, B M Birla Planetarium, Galtaji, the Laxmi Narayan Temple, are some of the architectural splendors of Jaipur. Tourists stack their bags with wonderful Jaipuri textiles and artifacts as well.

Jaisalmer is also called as the Golden city of India because the yellow sand gives a yellowish-golden touch to the city and its surrounding area. It means "the Hill Fort of Jaisal".The Jaisalmer city is known for its old mansions, better known as Havelis. Places to visit in the city are Jaisalmer Fort, Camel Safari, Desert National Park, Pokran, Desert Cultural Center, Patwon ki Haveli etc. To come to Jaisalmer and enjoy the traditional rhetoric of 'padharo mahare desh' (welcome to our lands).

Jalore is an upcoming town with a rich past, interesting cultural heritage and numerous attractive sightseeing destinations. Ancient temples, mosques and a multitude of historical. Jalore fort is perched atop a steep and perpendicular hill. Places to visit in the city are Jalore Fort, Kirti Stambh and Nadishwar Deep Tirth, Jalore Wildlife Sanctuary, The Main Poles or Fort Gateway etc.

Jhalawar, also known as Patan or Jhalrapatan. It was the centre of trade for the eponymous princely state, the chief exports of the which were opium, oil-seeds and cotton. Places to visit in the city are Jhalawar Fort, Government Museum, Bhawani Natya Shala, Ren Basera, Gagron Fort, Atishay Jain Temple at Chandkheri etc.

Jhunjhunu region has been called the' largest open art gallery in the world'. Places to visit in the city are Dargah of Kamaruddin Shah, Badalgarh Fort, Mukundgarh Fort, The Modi and Tiberwala Haveli etc.

Jodhpur is known as the "Sun City" because of its bright and sunny weather throughout the year.It is divided into two parts - the old city and the new city. Jodhpur city has many beautiful palaces and forts such as Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhavan Palace and Rai ka Bag Palace. Other charms of Jodhpur include Government museum and it's beautiful Umed garden.

Karauli is well-known for its Madan Mohanji Temple. The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna. The fortified city of Karauli is surrounded by Red sandstone walls with bastions for security. Karauli also possesses a 600 years old Fort. Other places in the city are Kaila Devi Game Sanctuary, City Palace, Temples of Madan Mohan ji and Kalyan ji etc.

Kota lies along the banks of the Chambal river. The commanding fort stands overlooking the modern Chambal Valley Project with its many dams - Kota Barrage, Gandhi Sagar, Rana Pratap Sagar and Jawahar Sagar.Other noteworthy edifices of the bygone era are the Brij Raj Bhawan Palace, Jag Mandir-and island Palace, a splendid haveli (mandion) with beautiful frescoes and the royal cenotaphs. It also famous as educational city in India because of so many educational institutes and training centers.

Mount Abu is the most famous "hill station" in India. It is in Sirohi district. Places to visit in the city are Nakki Lake, Delwara Jain Temples, Brahma Kumaris Spiritual University and Museum, Achalgarh Fort etc.

Nagaur is famous for its Ahhichatragarh Fort. Also inside the walls of the fort are palaces, mughal gardens, mosques, temples, reservoirs, water systems, fountains, open terraces, etc dating to the time of Mughals. Places to visit in the city are Magnificent Fort Gateways, Meera Bai Temple, Amar Singh Mahal (Palace), Nagaur Fort etc.

Pratapgarh was carved out from Chittorgarh district, Udaipur district and Banswara district. Famous for its Thewa art, the town is surrounded by tribal villages. Places to visit are Devgarh Fort, Bhagwan Shiva Place at Gotemshwar, Sita Mata Wild Sanctuary etc.

Rajsamand was carved out from Udaipur district. It is famous for the places like Rajsamand Lake, Kumbhalgarh - the birth place of Maharana Pratap, Haldighati - the famous battle field, Dwarikadheesh, Charbhuja and many Shiv temples etc. Rajsamand is very well known for its marble production as the largest producing district as well as the largest single unit in the whole country.

Sawai Madhopur (also refer as Madhopur) is full of histories and legends. The main tourist attractions in Sawai Madhopur are Ganesha Temple, Chamatkar temple, Ranthambore Fort and Khandar Fort, Ranthambore National Park etc.

Sikar is a beautiful township known for colorful havelis forts, palaces and cenotaphs. Exotic, vibrant and offbeat, Sikar has slowly become one of the most visited tourist destination. Places to visit in the city are Devgarh, Harshnath Temple, Jeen Mataji Temple etc.

Sirohi is surrounded and enfluenced by three traditional culture, Marwar, Mewar and Gujarat. So, its festivals and fairs are colourful. Sirohi is one of the fascinating districts of Rajasthan offering some good places of tourist's importance like Mount Abu, Sun Temple , Chandravati, Ajari Temple, Sarvadham Temple, Bamanvadji Temple, Pavapuri Temple etc.

The "City of Lakes", the "Venice of the East", - Udaipur is known by several names. It is also known as the "Kashmir of Rajasthan". Udaipur is regarded as one of the most romantic cities of the World. Places to visit in the city are Pichola Lake, Fateh Sagar Lake, Jaisamand Lake, Udaisagar Lake, Lake Palace, City Palace, Sajjangarh Fort, Ranakpur Jain Temple, Ekling Ji Temple, Nathdwara Shri Nath Ji Temple, Jagmandir, Rishabhdeo Temple, Shilpgram etc.

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